Farmer Field School approach in Fiji

Abstract

Fiji experiences prolonged dry spells quite often, usually for three to four months duration, when the north-western parts of the main islands receive little or no rain which adversely impact agriculture. The overall objective of the FAO Pro-Resilient Fiji project is to structurally and sustainably reduce food insecurity and nutrition deterioration from climate change-induced disasters by tackling the root and underlying causes of vulnerability. The project foresees to improve climate risk identification, disaster management capacities and ensure the adoption of climate-smart and nutritionsensitive agricultural techniques. The Farmer Field School (FFS) approach provide opportunities for learning through hands-on experience. It teaches basic agricultural and management skills that make farmers experts in their own farms. FFS is a forum where farmers and facilitator debate observations, experiences and present new information introduced to the community.